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Posts published in February 2025

To Narrate or Not to Narrate? That is the Question.

There’s something magical about a well-narrated audiobook. The way a skilled voice actor can breathe life into a story, shape the tone, and wrap the listener in the world like a cozy (or chilling) blanket—it’s an art form all its own. So when the time came to bring my books into the world of audiobooks, the question wasn’t should I do it? The question was how. Because, let’s be real—audiobook narration is not cheap. A…

The Great Trim Size Debacle: How I Accidentally Printed a Workbook Instead of a Novel

You’d think that by the time I hit my third novel, I’d have formatting down to a science. You’d think I’d be a trim size whisperer, effortlessly crafting a perfectly sized book on the first try. You’d be wrong. So there I was, excitedly tearing into my proof copy of Hey, Roomie!, ready to admire my handiwork. The cover? Chef’s kiss. The interior layout? Flawless. The trim size? An 8.5 x 11-inch monstrosity. My sleek…

The Brain Brains On: From “Hey, Roomie!” to… Something Else

I did it. I finished my third novel! Hey, Roomie! is officially done, polished, and prepped for release on May 5th—which means it’s time to bask in the glow of accomplishment, sip something celebratory, and… oh, wait. Because while I was supposed to be taking a much-needed break, my brain had other plans. Apparently, it didn’t get the memo about resting, recharging, or, you know, just chilling for a second. Nope. Instead, it decided to…

Hey, Roomie! Cover Reveal and Synopsis

In the cold grip of a Portland winter, Chelsia Toussaint has tried to leave her past behind, settling into a quiet life with her lover. But when his sudden death pulls her into a web of secrecy, she realizes normalcy was never in the cards. With whispers of betrayal and danger closing in, Chelsia finds herself drawn into a world where every face hides a motive. A detective watches her too closely. A new “roomie”…